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  • Assistant Professor
    Creative Media Institute
    New Mexico State University




    •  501558





    •  Las Cruces, New Mexico, United States





    •  Staff





    •  9-Month Faculty Full-Time





    •  Closing at: Nov 25 2024 at 23:55 MST



     

     

     




    Position Title: Asst Prof


    Employee Classification: LC Faculty TT/TN 9m


    College/Division: Arts and Sciences College


    Department: 440105-CREATIVE MEDIA


    Internal or External Search: External - Open to all applicants


    Location: Las Cruces


    Offsite Location (if applicable):


    Target Hourly/Salary Rate:  Commensurate with qualifications


    Appointment Full-time Equivalency:  1.00


    Exempt or Non-Exempt:  Exempt


    Summary:  The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Animation, with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.


    Classification Summary:
    The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University invites applicants for a tenure-track Assistant Professor position in Animation, with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.

    The Creative Media Institute (CMI) is a department of The College of Arts and Sciences at New Mexico State University. CMI is a dynamic, cross-disciplinary program that prepares students for the 21st century in animation, creative writing, digital filmmaking, and journalism. At CMI, we are dedicated to developing and nurturing the artistic endeavors of student filmmakers through industry-standard education, research, and collaboration in the art, craft, and production of the moving image through storytelling. The animation program at CMI was
    ranked 17th in the nation in 2024 by the Animation Career Review, placing New Mexico State
    University in the top 20% of public animation programs.


    Classification Standard Duties:
    Examples of classes, including but not limited to:
    • Compositing and FX
    • Motion Graphics
    • Visual Effects
    • Light / Shade / Render

    Other responsibilities:
    • Scholarship and Creative Activities
    • Serving on departmental committees
    • Curriculum development
    • Student recruitment
    • Advising student majors in 2D and 3D animation
    • Mentorship


    Required Education, Experience, Certification/License, Equivalency
    Required Qualifications:
    • Terminal degree (MFA or equivalent) in animation or other relevant field, or equivalent professional experience (2 years or more).
    • Demonstrated proficiency in Visual Communication Design, Motion Graphics, and /or Compositing.
    • A Generalist Animator familiar with the 2D and 3D Animation Pipeline.
    • Demonstrated ability to develop and teach courses at the foundational and advanced
    undergraduate level in animation. A student-oriented teacher, able to support a diverse student body.
    • An empathic and flexible team player.

    Preferred Qualifications
    • Software Proficiencies:
    • Nuke or equivalent compositing software.
    • Maya or equivalent 3d software.
    • Toon Boom or equivalent 2d software.
    • Experience in digital lighting, texturing, shading, & rendering.
    • Traditional art background with hand-drawn experience.
    • Understanding of the principles of animation.
    • Experience working with multiple media sources including both raster and vector-based content.


    Knowledge, Skills and Abilities
    We are looking for a talented and collaborative colleague who specializes in compositing and visual communication design. Candidates should also have a comprehensive knowledge of 2D & 3D animation / VFX post-production workflows.


    Job Duties and Responsibilities
    The Creative Media Institute at New Mexico State University invites applicants for a tenure track Assistant Professor position in Animation, with an appointment to begin Fall 2025.

    To apply, please submit the following:
    • A cover letter stating your experience in relation to the required and preferred qualifications. Please also include statements attesting your commitment to diversity and inclusivity in your cover letter.
    • A Teaching Statement describing teaching philosophy and pedagogical approaches.
    • Curriculum Vitae
    • URL Links to an online portfolio, with samples of professional and scholarly work.
    • Contact information for three references who may be contacted at a later time.


    Preferred Qualifications


     


    Special Requirements of the Position


    Department Contact:  Derek Chase, 575-646-6893, chader22@nmsu.edu


    Contingent Upon Funding: Not Applicable


    Bargaining Unit Eligibility: This is NOT a bargaining unit position with American Federation of State, County & Municipal Employees (AFSCME).


    Standard Work Schedule: Standard (M-F, 8-5)


     







    Working Conditions and Physical Effort


    Environment: Work is normally performed in a typical interior/office work environment.


    Physical Effort: No or very limited physical effort required.


    Lifting Requirements: Requires handling of average-weight objects up to 10 pounds or some standing or walking.


    Risk: No or very limited exposure to physical risk.










    Recruitment Summary


    We are New Mexico’s land-grant institution and a comprehensive research university dedicated to teaching, research public service and outreach at all levels. NMSU is a welcoming community of talented faculty, staff and students who are working together to make a difference. We are a NASA Space Grant College, a Hispanic-serving institution (HSI), a minority-serving institution (MSI) and home to the first Honors College in New Mexico. We offer an accessible education that shapes bright futures. 


    NMSU provides learning opportunities to a diverse population of students and community members at four campuses, Cooperative Extension offices located in each of New Mexico’s 33 counties, 12 research and science centers, and through distance education.


    NMSU Main Campus
    Located in Las Cruces, NM, New Mexico State University's 900-acre main campus is located at the crossroads of I-10 and I-25 in the Southwestern United States. As a thriving center of higher education, deeply rooted in the regional tradition, its role as a comprehensive university is recognized throughout the state.


    Doña Ana Community College
    Founded in 1973 in collaboration with local school districts to support occupational education, DACC is now a leading community college that provides transformative educational opportunities that meet the workforce needs of Doña Ana County. With a focus on access, innovation and excellence, DACC offers over ninety degrees and certificates, adult education, specialized workforce training, and small business assistance. 


    Alamogordo Campus
    Established in 1958 to serve the needs of the airmen and families stationed at Holloman Air Force Base located only 10 miles west of Alamogordo, NMSUA is a community college with a long history of excellence that is supported by a caring community of hard-working students and dedicated faculty and staff. The campus is situated “on the hill” above Alamogordo and provides inspiring views of the city and the Tularosa Basin, offering the perfect venue for creative and motivated learning.


    Grants Campus
    NMSU Grants was established as a branch of New Mexico State University in 1968 through the cooperative efforts of New Mexico State University and Grants Municipal Schools. As a two-year branch community college, NMSU Grants serves the local communities in Cibola and McKinley counties, including the Pueblos of Acoma, Laguna, and Zuni, as well as Tohajiilee, San Mateo, San Rafael, Cubero, the City of Grants, and the Village of Milan.


    Special Instructions to Applicants


    The electronic application is the *official* document that will be used to qualify applicants. Paper/email documents will not be accepted. Required documents must be attached to this application.






 


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